Defender

All recall notices.

1. Defender 90” Classic Works LP Fuel Line Clash to Bracket

   R/2024/390 · 10 Mar 2025

   10 Mar 2025

   Defect

   The manufacturer has determined on affected vehicles the routing of low-pressure fuel pipes may clash with the rear right-hand damper. There is a risk that the fuel pipe could abrade and cause a fuel leak.

   Remedy

   Vehicles will have the fuel line replaced and an additional fuel line bracket fitted together with revised routing for the fuel pipe

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   Built 12 Jan 2012 – 9 Oct 2015

   ~7 vehicles affected

2. Defender P425 Dynamic Mode Stability

   R/2025/065 · 4 Mar 2025

   4 Mar 2025

   Defect

   Affected vehicles have had an incorrect set of settings in Dynamic Mode. Dynamic Mode therefore does not provide adequate stability suspension stiffness nor provide adequate stability control system operation thereby increasing the risk of loss of vehicle control.

   Remedy

   Vehicles will have dynamic mode disabled.

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   Built 1 Jul 2024 – 24 Jan 2025

   ~20 vehicles affected

3. AJ20-D6 and AJ20-P6 Engine Oil Filter Housing Cracked

   R/2024/255 · 14 Jun 2024

   14 Jun 2024

   Defect

   On affected vehicles the incorrect specification of plastic was used to manufacture the oil filter housing. This housing may over time and with vehicle use crack. This could result in oil under pressure leaking and coming into contact with hot components of the engine which may result in a fire. Additionally oil may leak onto the road surface posing a skid hazard.

   Remedy

   Replace the oil filter housing complete with filter and associated O-rings.

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   Built 3 Dec 2020 – 27 Feb 2024

   ~599 vehicles affected

4. Land Rover Defender Incorrect Brake Pipe Routing

   R/2024/201 · 17 May 2024

   17 May 2024

   Defect

   On affected vehicles converted by JLR Classic Works the brake pipes may have been incorrectly assembled to the brake modulator.

   Remedy

   Vehicles will have the brake pipe routing inspected and corrected if necessary.

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   Built 19 Oct 2011 – 21 Jan 2016

   ~6 vehicles affected

5. AJ20-D6 Fuel Injector Clamp Cracked

   R/2024/100 · 27 Mar 2024

   27 Mar 2024

   Defect

   A concern has been identified where the clamps used to secure the fuel injectors into the cylinder head on certain AJ20-D6 engines may crack allowing the injector to come loose. This loose injector could become unseated allowing fuel to be pushed past the injector seal from the combustion chamber or the fuel feed system.

   Remedy

   A fuel leak in this area could result in fuel spill onto hot engine components which may result in a fire.

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   Built 27 Nov 2023

6. Security Enhancement

   R/2024/145 · 15 Mar 2024

   15 Mar 2024

   Defect

   For affected vehicles the manufacturer has developed a software enhancement to further increase vehicle security.

   Remedy

   The software enhancement will deploy this update and reduce the theft risk.

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   Built 17 Jul 2019 – 19 Jan 2022

   ~15,408 vehicles affected

7. Security Enhancement

   R/2024/147 · 14 Mar 2024

   14 Mar 2024

   Defect

   For affected vehicles the manufacturer has developed a software enhancement to further increase vehicle security.

   Remedy

   The software enhancement will deploy this update and reduce the theft risk.

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   Built 2 Apr 2019 – 27 Feb 2024

   ~47,815 vehicles affected

8. On affected Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEV) it is possible that the internal combustion engine will not start when required. This may occur whilst the vehicle is in motion and the vehicle will operate in Electric Vehicle (EV) Mode only. When the EV system is no longer able to propel the vehicle the vehicle will unexpectedly slow down and no drive is possible.

   R/2023/293 · 30 Oct 2023

   30 Oct 2023

   Defect

   On affected Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEV) it is possible that the internal combustion engine will not start when required. This may occur whilst the vehicle is in motion and the vehicle will operate in Electric Vehicle (EV) Mode only. When the EV system is no longer able to propel the vehicle the vehicle will unexpectedly slow down and no drive is possible.

   Remedy

   Software update to the Powertrain control module.

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   Built 3 Jul 2023 – 23 Sep 2023

   ~770 vehicles affected

9. FRONT AXLE CASING MAY FAIL CAUSING THE SUSPENSION TO COLLAPSE

   R/2022/236 · 31 Aug 2023

   31 Aug 2023

   Defect

   Front axle casing may fail causing the suspension to collapse.

   Remedy

   Fit an additional bracket mounted to the end of the axle case tube to ensure that in the event of failure the wheel hub assembly and suspension is restrained.

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   Built 1 Sep 2010 – 28 Sep 2012

   ~9,923 vehicles affected

10. For certain 2023 Model Year 3.0L AJ20-P6 Land Rover Range Rover Range Rover Sport Range Rover Velar Discovery and Defender vehicles a small number of engines the cam carrier oil gallery hasn t been fully drilled. As a result the oil channel could be blocked leading to accumulation of oil against the pressure control valve rubber membrane and subsequently an external oil leak or increased oil carryover into the air intake system.

    R/2023/044 · 18 May 2023

    18 May 2023

    Defect

    For certain 2023 Model Year 3.0L AJ20-P6 Land Rover Range Rover Range Rover Sport Range Rover Velar Discovery and Defender vehicles a small number of engines the cam carrier oil gallery hasn�t been fully drilled. As a result the oil channel could be blocked leading to accumulation of oil against the pressure control valve rubber membrane and subsequently an external oil leak or increased oil carryover into the air intake system.

    Remedy

    The engine cam carrier will be inspected and where an incorrectly machined cam carrier is found replace it with a correctly machined component. Depending on mileage and engine conditions further associated components may require replacement.

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    Built 24 Aug 2022 – 9 Jan 2023

    ~499 vehicles affected

11. On affected vehicles there is a risk where the water pump pully drive belt can become damaged leading to detachment or destruction. Where water pump pully drive is lost this leads to a loss coolant flow in the engine.

    R/2023/087 · 9 May 2023

    9 May 2023

    Defect

    On affected vehicles there is a risk where the water pump pully drive belt can become damaged leading to detachment or destruction. Where water pump pully drive is lost this leads to a loss coolant flow in the engine.

    Remedy

    Affected vehicles will have the engine coolant elbow replaced. In addition a turbocharger feed coolant pipe will be replaced.

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    Built 15 Jul 2020 – 18 Jan 2023

    ~18,151 vehicles affected

12. DAMAGED FRONT SEAT BELT PRE TENSIONER TUBE MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED ON THE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR

    R/2022/222 · 19 Aug 2022

    19 Aug 2022

    Defect

    Damaged front seat belt pretensioner tube may have been installed on the seat belt retractor.

    Remedy

    Inspect the seat belt pretensioner tube for damage and if damage is identified the seat belt retractor will be replaced.

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    Built 12 Dec 2021 – 18 May 2022

    ~2,981 vehicles affected

13. FRONT PASSENGER SEATS MISSING OCCUPANCY DETECTION SENSOR SYSTEM

    R/2021/333 · 21 Oct 2021

    21 Oct 2021

    Defect

    The front passenger seats were manufactured without the Occupancy Detection Sensor system (ODS) installed.

    Remedy

    Fit the occupant detection sensor to the front passenger seat.

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    Built 10 Jul 2020 – 11 Aug 2021

    ~509 vehicles affected

14. THE FIXINGS CONNECTING THE EXHAUST DOWNPIPE TO THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TIGHTENED TO THE SPECIFIED TORQUE VALUE

    R/2021/137 · 19 Apr 2021

    19 Apr 2021

    Defect

    The fixings connecting the exhaust downpipe to the catalytic converter may not have been tightened to the specified torque value.

    Remedy

    Inspect the exhaust downpipe to catalytic converter joint. If the fixings are present torque them up to the required torque specification. If any fixings are missing they will be replaced and torqued to the required specification.

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    Built 2 Nov 2020 – 11 Mar 2021

    ~4,002 vehicles affected

15. SUDDEN LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID

    R/2017/196 · 31 Jul 2017

    31 Jul 2017

    Defect

    P053 campaigned vehicles - Brake Disc to Hub Bolts where the front brake pipe from caliper to the brake flexible hose is subsequently showing signs of a chafe condition in some instances it has been reported that a noise is present or the loss of brake fluid has occurred. If the brake pipe continues to chafe through sudden loss of brake fluid could be experienced. Brake fluid loss will illuminate a red warning triangle. Brake fluid loss will ultimately result in extended brake pedal travel combined with reduced braking performance in the corresponding brake circuit increasing stopping distances. Loss of one braking circuit could compromise vehicle stability and significantly increase the risk of an accident.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected. Where recall campaign P053 is yet to be completed provide the P053 remedy and ensure that the specified clearances are achieved following completion of the P053 recall remedy. In the case of vehicles that have already had recall campaign P053 completed the dealer will ensure the correct clearances are achieved. If there are any signs of damage to the left hand right hand or both sides of the front brake pipe the damaged pipe will be replaced.

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    Built 24 Oct 2014 – 5 Jan 2015

    ~1,178 vehicles affected

16. BRAKING IMBALANCE MAY MAKE VEHICLE UNSTABLE

    R/2015/028 · 4 Feb 2015

    4 Feb 2015

    Defect

    The fixing bolts for the front and rear hub assemblies are not to specification. The bolts could break and cause loud noise followed by severe vibration wheel lock possibly a bolt could puncture the brake disc or even if all the bolts are damaged the hub may become insecure to the axle. The aforementioned will cause instability and significantly increase the risk of collision.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace all the front and rear wheel hub fixings. If any damaged has been caused by bolts failing the affected components will be replaced.

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    Built 4 Dec 2014 – 6 Jan 2015

    ~1,166 vehicles affected

17. BRAKING IMBALANCE MAY MAKE VEHICLE UNSTABLE

    R/2015/028 · 4 Feb 2015

    4 Feb 2015

    Defect

    The fixing bolts for the front and rear hub assemblies are not to specification. The bolts could break and cause loud noise followed by severe vibration wheel lock possibly a bolt could puncture the brake disc or even if all the bolts are damaged the hub may become insecure to the axle. The aforementioned will cause instability and significantly increase the risk of collision.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace all the front and rear wheel hub fixings. If any damaged has been caused by bolts failing the affected components will be replaced.

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    Built 24 Oct 2014 – 4 Dec 2014

    ~1,166 vehicles affected

18. FRONT WHEEL MAY DETACH

    R/2014/092 · 28 Nov 2014

    28 Nov 2014

    Defect

    It has been established that in extreme cases the front axle tube could fracture over a period of time. If not identified this could result in the detachment of the wheel and hub assembly.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles and fit additional brackets to hold the hub/tube assembly in place should the tube fracture.

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    Built 1 Sep 2010 – 5 Jul 2011

    ~2,666 vehicles affected

19. SEAT BELT MOUNTING BRACKET MAY FAIL

    R/2012/069 · 8 Aug 2012

    8 Aug 2012

    Defect

    Some seat belt mounting bracket bolt/studs may be out of specification as they may have suffered Hydrogen Embrittlement during production. Occupants will normally notice the failure by the looseness or detachment of seat belt brackets. If the issue is not rectified occupants may not be restrained in their seat if the vehicle is involved in a collision.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace the seat belt mounting brackets.

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    Built 1 Feb 2010 – 31 Jan 2012

    ~6,136 vehicles affected

20. PARKING BRAKE EFFICIENCY CAN BE AFFECTED

    R/2010/232 · 4 Apr 2011

    4 Apr 2011

    Defect

    It is possible that the transfer box output shaft may not be to specification. This can allow oil to leak between the output shaft and the drive flange. This can result in oil entering the parking brake drum and contaminating the brake linings which can affect the parking brake efficiency.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles for the cleaning and resealing of the drive flange to output shaft plus the replacement of any contaminated brake linings.

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    Built 5 Oct 2007 – 4 Nov 2010

    ~23,175 vehicles affected

21. PARKING BRAKE MAY BECOME INEFFECTIVE

    R/2009/091 · 4 Dec 2009

    4 Dec 2009

    Defect

    Parking brake efficiency can be impaired as a result of an incorrectly assembled oil seal at the transfer box output shaft allowing oil to contaminate the brake linings.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to inspect and where necessary fit a new oil seal degrease the back plate and drum and replace the brake linings.

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    Built 7 Jun 2007 – 13 Feb 2008

    ~5,003 vehicles affected

22. POSSIBLE LOSS OF SERVICE BRAKE

    R/2003/180 · 31 Mar 2004

    31 Mar 2004

    Defect

    A potential fluid leak from the brake modulator may result in a reduction in the efficiency of the service brake or in the worst case complete failure of the service brake system.

    Remedy

    Recall all potentially affected vehicles and fit stronger valve covers to the brake modulator.

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    Built 1 Oct 1998 – 1 Dec 2003

    ~59,616 vehicles affected

23. LEFT HAND FRONT BRAKE FLEXIBLE HOSE CONCERN

    R/2001/171 · 22 Apr 2002

    22 Apr 2002

    Defect

    Land Rover has received a small number of reports that detail a potential abrasion condition between the front left hand flexible brake hose and tyre. In extreme circumstances dependant upon the position of the hose the front left hand tyre can contact the hose and cause abrasion to the outer lining material which could result in a brake fluid leak.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles to check the clearance between the hose and tyre where abrasion or limited clearance is found the hose must be replaced.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~14,727 vehicles affected

24. INSECURITY OF FRONT SEAT BACKREST.

    R/2001/017 · 22 Oct 2001

    22 Oct 2001

    Defect

    The front seats may not latch positively following operation of the seat tip lever. In consequence the seat squab (backrest) could attempt to fold forward if the vehicle should be brought to a very rapid stop.

    Remedy

    Affected vehicles will be recalled for examination of the operation and integrity of the front seat tip lever and latching mechanism. In cases where the mechanism is found to bind a new seat frame assembly will be fitted.

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    Built 1 Aug 2000 – 28 Feb 2001

    ~4,368 vehicles affected

25. ENGINE FLYWHEEL MAY FRAGMENT

    R/2000/038 · 5 Jun 2000

    5 Jun 2000

    Defect

    As a consequence of the manufacturing process the engine flywheel may develop surface cracks which under certain high load conditions can propagate resulting in disintegration of the flywheel.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles for the fitment of quality assured parts.

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    Built 1 Sep 1998 – 30 Jun 1999

    ~12,965 vehicles affected